Finance Accounting Manager
Skinny Dipped Almonds
**THIS IS NOT A ROLE WITH FORCEBRANDS**
**THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE NEAR CULVER CITY (MONDAY - WEDNESDAY IN-OFFICE)**
Position: Finance & Accounting Manager
Our client, a fast-growing beverage company, is seeking a Finance/Accounting Manager to join their team in Los Angeles. This is a hybrid role with in-office expectations three days per week and the opportunity to work alongside a passionate, mission-driven team.
About the Role
The Finance/Accounting Manager will be responsible for leading general accounting operations, supervising a small team, managing trade spend, and supporting financial reporting and analysis. This is a critical hire for a growing company seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative finance leader.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead general ledger and full-cycle accounting activities, including journal entry preparation and review
- Oversee the month-end close process, working closely with AR and AP staff
- Supervise and support two direct reports, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in transactional processes
- Manage and analyze trade spend and key financial investments
- Take ownership of vendor and customer reconciliations; train staff on proper procedures
- Maintain schedules for prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations
- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions
- Participate in cross-training efforts to enhance team flexibility and support
- Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5–7+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, IF statements)
- Strong communication and organizational abilities
- Prior experience in the food, beverage, or broader consumer products industry strongly preferred
- Must reside in the Los Angeles area and be able to work onsite three days a week